Morocco Elephant Ear
Alocasia 'ALO3' PP #25,803
SKU
08746
Easy to grow and well suited for container growing. Brings instant tropical effect to patio or poll side. Dramatic green and white foliage perched on top of rosy-pink and very long leaf stems.
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Filtered sun, Partial shade
Water often to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | a-loh-KAY-see-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Tropical |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Very Wet Areas |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Partial shade |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Gift Plant, Shade Loving, Tolerates Wet Soils |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water often to keep soil surface moist, but not soggy. |
| Key Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color |
Thrives and spreads freely in evenly moist, organically rich, well-drained soil. Prefers bright shade or filtered sun, and warm, humid environments. Apply a controlled release fertilizer to the potting mix or garden soil. In cold winter zones, enjoy outdoors but move inside well before threat of frost. Remove old, faded foliage as needed.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 9 - 11
Your climate may be too cold for this plant